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Hewlett-Packard Company Recalls Digital Cameras Due to Fire Hazard, Offers Download Fix

Recalled June 6, 2006 · CPSC recall 06176 · Hewlett-Packard

Recalled Digital Camera
Hazard
The digital camera can cause certain non-rechargeable batteries, such as the Duracell CP-1, to overheat when the camera is connected to an AC adapter or docking station, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled cameras and contact HP as they have developed a firmware update that prevents the camera from applying a charge to a non-rechargeable battery. Consumers can download this update at www.hp.com or contact HP directly. Do not use single-use, non-rechargeable batteries until the firmware has been updated. Consumers are encouraged to update the firmware even if they do not use or intend to use a non-rechargeable battery.
Units
About 224,000 (about 679,000 worldwide)
Incidents / injuries
HP has received one report of a camera catching fire, damaging the camera and its docking station, and causing minor smoke damage to the room. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves the HP Photosmart R707 digital camera. The HP logo and the model name and number are printed on the front of the camera.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled cameras and contact HP as they have developed a firmware update that prevents the camera from applying a charge to a non-rechargeable battery. Consumers can download this update at www.hp.com or contact HP directly. Do not use single-use, non-rechargeable batteries until the firmware has been updated. Consumers are encouraged to update the firmware even if they do not use or intend to use a non-rechargeable battery.

Contact

For additional information, visit HP's Web site at www.hp.com or call HP toll-free at (866) 304-7117 between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. MT Monday through Friday.

Product
HP Photosmart R707 Digital Cameras
Imported by
Hewlett-Packard Company, of Palo Alto, Calif.
Retailers
Electronic, computer and camera stores, as well as Web retailers nationwide from August 2004 through April 2006 for between $250 and $400.
Made in
China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →